Description
Discover the incredible flavors of our Crock Pot Chicken Recipe! This easy slow cooker dish features tender chicken thighs simmered in a delightful sweet and savory sauce, making it a hit for family dinners or busy weeknights. With its rich blend of spices, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also versatile enough to pair with various sides like rice or fresh vegetables. Experience the magic of a comforting meal that pleases both kids and adults alike. Just toss your ingredients into the slow cooker and let it work its magic while you enjoy your time with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup soy sauce
- ⅓ cup brewed barley tea
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- ¼ cup chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, brewed barley tea, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, honey, red pepper flakes, and minced garlic.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours until chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken, shred it to your desired texture.
- To thicken the sauce, mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl and stir into the slow cooker. Return shredded chicken and mix well.
- Cook for an additional 5–10 minutes until thickened. Serve garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels by varying red pepper flakes according to your preference. For a gluten-free version, choose gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.